T.J. Hockenson vs Travis Kelce: Who Should You Start?
If you are choosing between T.J. Hockenson and Travis Kelce for your lineup, you are not alone. T.J. Hockenson finished the 2025 season at 5.8 PPG for the Minnesota Vikings (15 games), and Travis Kelce averaged 9.1 for the Kansas City Chiefs (17 games).
That 3.3-point weekly advantage for Travis Kelce is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.
Travis Kelce is the volume tight end in this matchup with 76 receptions for 851 yards, while T.J. Hockenson profiles as a more touchdown-dependent spike play (3 scores on 51 catches). In weeks where T.J. Hockenson finds the end zone he out-scores Travis Kelce, but the floor gap is real.
Both share a Week 6 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking tight ends this deep on your bench, plan your replacement tight end early.
